Hurricane, W.Va. (WVDN) – On Thursday, March 5, 2026, at approximately 3:06 p.m., a pursuit by the Putnam County Sheriff's Department culminated in a fatal crash on Interstate 64 eastbound near Hurricane.
According to authorities, the incident involved multiple vehicles, resulting in confirmed fatalities. Emergency responders, including the West Virginia State Police and local medical units, were dispatched to the scene.
Currently, authorities are conducting an active investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Additional details regarding the number of vehicles involved and any injuries are not available at this time.
Lane closures are in effect as the investigation continues, and officials are urging motorists to avoid the area.